This week beautifully displays the kind of everyday “ministry” and creative outreaches I am doing in this season of ministry. It’s a kind of impact that doesn’t show up in church growth metrics, but it is lifestyle evangelism and what it means to be a salt and light pastor leading a salt and light church at MainStreet. Here’s a glimpse! … More A Banner Week
A couple summers ago, God used music to pull me out of a depressive funk. I picked up my guitar and started doing oldies concerts at senior campuses. I thought it would remain an occasional side hobby playing other people’s music. Then last summer I began jotting down some song lyrics of my own. Melodies soon followed. This spring I had an idea: why not revisit the songs and poems buried in my journal from college and early 20s, and set them to music? … More I’m Recording An Album!
Here’s a complete show I recently performed at Beacon Hill. I often sneak in a mini-sermon. In this show I performed Neil Diamond’s song “Play Me” and shared a personal testimony saying, “Since giving my life to Christ I have tried to be an instrument in God’s hands, to let God use my time, talents and treasure for His purposes. In a word, to let God play me.” Check it out! … More Full Concert: Diamond Cat
I could write for days about the deep appreciation Keri, the kids and I have for Dolly Parton. But I wouldn’t know where to start or where to end. I’ll just keep singing her songs and sharing them with others. But I think Dolly’s universal appeal and peerless winsomeness had a lot to do with … … More A Tribute to Dolly Parton
We just hosted another “Hope on the Hill,” which is our end of the summer Super Slip ‘n Slide potluck and neighborhood outreach. This year we had 30+ people drive out from Brookdale Covenant Church. Juli painted the scene with water colors and I shared the following short reflection. … More Hope on the Hill 2026
When I sneak off alone for getaways, the experience usually boils down to lots of reading, hiking, browsing used bookstores, playing some golf and finding the best pizza in town. On those fronts, this getaway in Two Harbor was a home run. I’ll keep my words short, and let you enjoy my watercolor photos from the trip. … More Retreat at Burlington Bay
The Anchor Podcast has been quiet for a long time, but today I dropped a special midsummer episode. I share a brief personal update on my ministry, book project, and new album of original songs I’m recording. After a fascinating “Deep Dive” on one of my spiritual heroes, E. A. Skogsbergh, I share a sneak peek of a new song from my album. You don’t want to miss that teaser! … More Podcast Special: A Spiritual Hero & An Original New Song Teaser
I recently presented my research and book on E.A. Skogsbergh, a pivotal Swedish-American preacher, at Fairview Covenant Church in Mound, MN, as part of their 125th Anniversary. Fairview was established in 1901 out of Skogsbergh’s gatherings on Lake Minnetonka at the turn of the century. I explain how Skogsbergh’s tireless efforts inspired my own journey to plant MainStreet Covenant Church, drawing a parallel between our current day church plant and Skogsbergh’s historical impact. … More My Presentation on E.A. Skogsbergh
I read history like a sweet-toothed child looking through the window of a candy shop. Mouth watering. Eyes bulging. Desiring to break through the glass of time in order to smell, touch and taste the goodies inside. Historians are time-travelers at heart, searching the archives for old photos and writings that can transport us back to another era. One of my favorite time-traveling destinations is Lake Minnetonka in the 1880s where the greatest preacher among the Swedes had his summer cottage. … More The Holy Insurrectionist: E.A. Skogsbergh
My musical talent comes from my mom’s side. Mom is rusty now, but was a fine piano player and would occasionally dazzle us with the accordion. But Dad had a guitar tucked away that we occasionally beg him to pull out. Whenever he brought it out, Dad had one go-to song he would, ahem, attempt to play: “Wildwood Flower.” … More “Wildwood Flower”
Want to know more about MainStreet Covenant Church, its beginnings, its DNA, impact and philosophy? Here’s what Google Gemini found. … More Deep Dive: MainStreet Covenant Church
Continuing this series of deep dives into my life and thought according to Google’s AI bot Gemini, today I asked about my key theological influences. … More Deep Dive: My Key Influences
I want to share an exciting ministry update on some new opportunities that are developing. … More Ministry Update: The Roaming Reverend
Pulling from thousands of my articles, books, videos, sermons, here’s Google Gemini found concerning my thoughts on Jesus Christ in particular. … More Deep Dive: My Thoughts on Jesus
Diving deeper into my theology and writings, Google Gemini offers the following snapshot. … More Deep Dive: My Theology & Writings
Google Gemini offers the following big picture biographical overview of my life and ministry. … More Deep Dive: Extended Bio
I had the privilege of preaching two Sundays at Brookdale Covenant Church. I shared two messages that have been “burning” in my heart for quite some time. This is a rare glimpse of me really preaching, as I don’t give sermons much at MainStreet these days (we do more interactive teaching and discussion in a circle). Check them out! … More Burning Heart Sermons
We had a great time Saturday night performing for friends and family! Nothing better than making music with your kids, and these kids can rock. Highlights included debuting an original song based on a poem I wrote after my first date with Keri some 23 years ago, and bringing tears to a few eyes playing Ben Rector’s “The Richest Man in the World.” Here’s a highlight video! … More Spring Fling ’26 Highlight Video
Saturday night my friend Jared King and I will be performing at the Gillespie Center’s Spring Fling fundraiser from 7:00-9:30 in Mound, MN. This is fun on many levels, but the best part is making music with our kids. Let me introduce the band and then please come cheer them on Saturday at 7PM at the Gillespie Center in Mound. … More Live Concert Tomorrow!
Three days before Buddy Holly’s tragic plane crash, a teenage Bob Dylan saw one of his idols perform at the Duluth Armory. Reflecting on that moment, Dylan recalls feeling a spiritual connection that changed him. Jeremy visits the Armory, inspired by this legacy and the need for positive role models, drawing parallels with the biblical story of Elijah and Elisha. … More Passing the Torch
Another clip from my “Diamond Cat” show–an oldie but goodie from 1966. Even though it’s kind of a heartbreak song, the happy melody and endless Ba-ba-bas make it a feel good moment in the show. It is well known for being an international hit for the Tremeloes in 1967, but this is an early Cat Stevens song. Enjoy! … More #SaturdaySong – “Here Comes My Baby”
Enjoy this medley of Cat Stevens songs from my recent “Diamond Cat” show, and come see me with full band on April 18 at the Gillespie Center in Mound at 7pm. Song medley: “Wild World” (1970); “Here Comes My Baby” (1966); “The First Cut is the Deepest” (1965); “Peace Train” (1971) … More #SaturdaySong – Cat Stevens Medley
I finally bought a tripod so I could capture some video clips of what I do at senior communities. We have a good time! Especially when I get to partner up with my good friend Kris, who really knows how to introduce a performer! Here’s some highlights from a recent show! … More Diamond Cat Highlights
For 20 years, I’ve been writing on the Christian life. Over 2,000+ articles published and 40 volumes of writings fill my shelves. What if there was a way to repackage my favorite articles and give old sermons a second life in a new digital form? Introducing my latest project: short visual summaries of some of my most thought-provoking articles, sermons, essays, and teachings over the years. … More NEW! Visual Sermons & Articles
“Every pastor should carry a harmonica,” the woman said to me after my show Monday. I don’t know about that, but perhaps every pastor should have a side-hustle that’s a healthy escape from the heavier tasks of ministry, another way to share the love and joy of Christ. Mine happens to include wearing a harmonica … More “Every Pastor Should Carry a Harmonica”
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